VEP
Visual Evoked Potential
Plain-language definition
A test measuring the electrical signal from eyes to brain. A delayed signal indicates optic nerve damage even when not visible on other tests.
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Where this term comes up
“Visual evoked potentials (VEP)”
Condition · Multiple Sclerosis Vision Complications
“Visual evoked potentials (VEP)”
Condition · Optic Neuritis
“Visual evoked potentials (VEP): optic nerve function”
Symptom · Color Vision Changes
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- Test or diagnostic term
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Diagnostic terms describe tests, measurements, imaging, or exam techniques used to understand eye and neuro-ophthalmic problems.
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